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NVFC Releases 2011 Annual Report

Mon, Feb 6, 2012

The National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) recently released its Annual Report for 2011, which details the ways the organization has been working for volunteer firefighters over the past year.

PA Fire Chief Killed in Collision

Fri, Feb 3, 2012

The chief of the Franklin Township (PA) Volunteer Fire Department was killed Thursday night in a two-vehicle crash.

Less Than Two Weeks Left to Submit Nomination for National Junior Firefighter Program Awards

Fri, Feb 3, 2012

The deadline for submitting a nomination for the National Volunteer Fire Council's (NVFC) Junior Firefighter of the Year and Junior Firefighter Program of the Year Awards is Wednesday, February 15.

AR Firefighters Reportedly Left Bodies at Scene

Fri, Feb 3, 2012

The family of two Bald Knob (AR) residents who died in a camper fire two months ago are upset about how the investigation of the incident was handled.

TN Firefighters Injured After Being Struck in Crash

Wed, Feb 1, 2012

Two volunteer firefighters who were trying to extinguish a roadside grass fire were injured in a deadly vehicle crash Monday night in Fayette County, Tennessee.

MI Firefighter Rescues Woman from Sinking Vehicle

Tue, Jan 31, 2012

A volunteer firefighter rescued a woman who was trapped in an upside-down SUV that was sinking into a river Monday afternoon in Allegan County, Michigan.

NY Volunteer Fire Department Says It Will Defy FDNY and Respond

Wed, Jan 25, 2012

The chief of a volunteer fire department based in a neighborhood in the Bronx, New York, has said he and his firefighters will continue to respond to fire calls in the area despite threats of arrest.

NVFC News: ICC Process, Standards Guide, Training Opportunities, Executive Committee Meets

Tue, Jan 24, 2012

Some articles have been released from the National Volunteer Fire Council.

Three Injured in TX Fracking Well Explosion, Fire

Fri, Jan 20, 2012

Three people were injured during an explosion and fire at an oil well in Pearsall, Texas. Hydraulic fracturing (a.k.a. fracking) occurs at the site.

First Alert Renews Fire Corps Smoke Alarm Donation Program for 2012

Fri, Jan 20, 2012

Registered Fire Corps programs can apply to receive up to 12 dual sensor smoke alarms, or 24 photo smoke alarms, or 24 ion smoke alarms to install in your community.

Globe Manufacturing Joins Forces with "Extreme Makeover: Home Edition"

Wed, Jan 18, 2012

It's not every day that a New Hampshire manufacturer gets asked by a network television for their help, but when Globe Manufacturing  Company heard from ABC's long-running series, Extreme Makeover: Home Edition, they didn't hesitate for a minute. Whatever was needed, count Globe in.

FY 2011 SAFER Grants Application Period to Open Soon

Tue, Jan 10, 2012

The FY 2011 Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) Grants application period will open soon.

Additional SAFER Get Ready Guides Now Available

Wed, Jan 4, 2012

The Assistance to Firefighters Grants (AFG) program’s Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) application period will be opening soon.

Nominate an Outstanding Firefighter for NVFC National Awards

Wed, Jan 4, 2012

The National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) is now accepting nominations for the NVFC Lifetime Achievement Award and the Fire Prevention Award.

The Designated Officer's Role for Infection Control

Sun, Jan 1, 2012

In 1990, the Ryan White Comprehensive AIDS Resources Emergency Act, Public Law 101-381, was enacted into law.

Key to Combating Turnover: Loyalty

Sun, Jan 1, 2012

Throughout the United States, volunteer fire departments and rescue squads have been a source of pride for their communities, their members coming together during times of emergency to help protect lives and property within that community.

MD Firefighter Suffers Heart Attack at Duplex Fire

Sat, Dec 31, 2011

A volunteer firefighter suffered cardiac arrest while operating at the scene of a fire in Elkton, Maryland.

TX Fire Department Needs Help

Fri, Dec 30, 2011

The Pearland Volunteer Fire Department is in need of donations to cover the cost of equipment, training for firefighters and operating their department.

Attitudes and Fire Service Perceptions

Thu, Dec 29, 2011

In this article, Richard Etheridge outlines how we owe those who came before and should uphold the fire service's reputation, image and honor by defending and carrying on their work.

New WA Bill Asks Volunteers to Pay to Serve

Wed, Dec 28, 2011

In Washington state, House Bill 2141 proposes legislation requiring all firefighters to pay a fee for their certification, according to a recent report.

The Connecticut Fire Academy Sees 46 Graduates

Tue, Dec 27, 2011

The Fire Academy in Meriden, Connecticut, graduated forty-six firefighters from Recruit Class No. 48 on Thursday, December 22 after the group completed a 14-week training program, according to a report.

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NJ Congressman Introduces Bill to Extend Narrowband Deadline for First Responders

February 8, 2012 Congressman Steve Rothman (D-NJ), a member of the House Appropriations Committee, has filed legislation, H.R. 3430, t...

Fire Engineering

August 2011
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Firefighting Engine Company Operations: Elephant Hunting with a BB Gun?

Big fires require as big a water flow as you can produce to extinguish, writes Paul Shapiro, and for firefightin... Read More

 

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2 Girls Die in Detroit (MI) House Fire

Two girls were killed early Wednesday in a suspicious house fire in Detroit, Michigan, after they reportedly refused ... Read More

 

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